Thurston County has been recognized by the Washington Public Treasurer’s Association (WPTA) for excellence in its approach to investing the public funds under its care. The 2026 Certificate of Excellence Award for Investment Policy - which was awarded after rigorous review of the County’s policy by a statewide panel - highlights the sophisticated operation and the professional staff that function as the financial engine of the County.

Thurston County government closed 2025 with a list of pivotal accomplishments despite political and economic headwinds. Check out our 2025 year-end retrospective to see the community-focused service and modernization efforts achieved by securing millions of dollars in federal and state partnerships, and putting bond-funds in play. Learn more...

The Thurston County Clerk’s Office today announced that its in-person customer service counters will be closed from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, effective January 20, 2026. Services remain available online.

The County secured a $2.4 million grant agreement from the Washington State Department of Ecology to purchase about 800-acre feet of water rights from the TransAlta Water Bank. One acre-foot is 325,851 gallons of water — equivalent to the water use of 2-3 average households. The investment represents an innovative way to meet state requirements to offset impacts of new permit-exempt wells and permanently dedicate water back to the Lower Skookumchuck and Chehalis rivers.

The Thurston County Board of County Commissioners approved the Thurston County Homeless Housing Plan for 2025-2030 on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. The plan outlines the objectives, strategies, and tasks to be implemented in 2025-2030 to address homelessness and housing instability.

Thurston County Emergency Management is asking residents and businesses to report any damage sustained during the December 2025 severe storm systems that impacted much of Washington State. If you experienced storm-related impacts, including flooding or wind damage, consider submitting a report, even if the damage appears minor because reporting helps ensure an accurate understanding of storm impacts across Thurston County. Learn more...